About Rob
Award-Winning Broadcaster, Journalist & Live Event Host
Rob Osborne is a multi-award-winning journalist and broadcaster with nearly two decades of experience at the sharp end of national news.
Known for his forensic interviewing style and engaging storytelling, Rob is a trusted voice in British broadcasting and a highly sought after host for live events.
Broadcasting & Journalism
As a leading presenter and correspondent for ITV, Rob Osborne is a familiar face at the helm of major flagship programming. He regularly presents the ITV political show Sharp End and anchors Wales This Week, one of British television's longest-running current affairs programmes.
Known for his forensic, no-nonsense interviewing style, he grilled the country's main party leaders in the high-stakes special Wales Decides: The Interviews.
His ability to distill complex issues with clarity and warmth has seen him repeatedly recognised by his peers, including being named Television Journalist of the Year three times at the Wales Media Awards, with judges praising his 'unique talent for immediately engaging the viewer’.
Event Hosting & Keynote Speaking
Drawing on his live-broadcast instincts of curiosity, sharp questioning, and quick thinking, Rob is a dynamic conference chair, panel moderator, and awards host.
He is trusted to guide conversations for high-profile organisations, with a client roster that includes the NHS, NatWest, the Hay Festival, and major UK energy and charitable institutions.
He also delivers an impactful keynote speech on communication, helping leaders and organisations connect genuinely with their audiences.
“He struck the perfect balance - diving into the substance of policy while keeping the conversation engaging.”
— GraylingProfile
Specialist Expertise & Punditry
Recognised as one of Wales' leading journalists and broadcasters, Rob Osborne is a specialist in Welsh politics, devolution, and UK-wide constitutional affairs.
He frequently provides expert broadcast analysis on the inner workings of the Senedd and the future of the Union. As an established Royal Commentator, Rob also specialises in providing historical context and modern analysis of the British Monarchy during major national events.
His commentary is designed to be accessible, broadcast ready, and highly analytical.
Live Event Formats & Corporate Hosting
As a professional live event host, Rob Osborne adapts his broadcast interviewing skills for corporate and public audiences. He can be booked globally and across the UK for:
• Conference Chairing: Steering full-day agendas for organisations, financial institutions, and NGOs.
• Panel Moderation: Managing multi-speaker, high-stakes political or business debates.
• Awards MC: Hosting evening galas and corporate award ceremonies with warmth and authority.
• Keynote Speaking: Delivering his signature session on communications for leadership teams.
Charity Work & Media Mentorship
Rob Osborne is committed to supporting the next generation of media professionals and improving industry accessibility.
He serves as a mentor and trustee for the John Schofield Trust, helping young journalists build their careers.
Additionally, Rob has worked extensively with the charity Mencap, running initiatives to help people with learning disabilities confidently share their stories and engage with the national media.
History
Rob Osborne was born and raised in the Rhondda, Wales. He originally studied Politics and Law with ambitions of becoming a solicitor. After discovering the sheer volume of paperwork involved in the legal profession, he pivoted to journalism, a career with more action and significantly less filing.
When off-camera, Rob can usually be found walking his Beagle or travelling the world by ship.